Robotics Systems Software Engineer

Torrance, CAfull timeOn Site

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$141k–$225k

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Divergent Robotics Systems Software Engineer at Divergent responsible for designing and developing software that controls robotic systems and automated manufacturing equipment. This role focuses on optimizing software performance and integrating hardware for advanced manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

Robotics Software Development
Design, develop, test, and maintain software that controls robotic systems, automated manufacturing equipment, and production workflows.
Build reliable and scalable software solutions for industrial robotics, motion-control systems, sensors, machine vision systems, and factory automation infrastructure.
Develop applications that coordinate complex interactions between robots, manufacturing equipment, and production systems.
Implement software that enables high-performance, repeatable, and highly automated manufacturing processes.
Optimize software performance, reliability, maintainability, and system throughput.
Machine Control & Automation
Develop machine-control software for additive manufacturing systems, robotic cells, and production equipment.
Design software architectures that support real-time decision-making and coordinated robotic operations.
Integrate hardware, sensors, actuators, and automation systems into production-ready software solutions.
Investigate and resolve complex software, integration, and system-level issues in manufacturing environments.
Support deployment and commissioning of new manufacturing technologies and automation systems.

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Computer ScienceStrong proficiency in C++Strong debuggingAdvanced degree in Computer ScienceExperience with motion controlExperience in advanced manufacturingFamiliarity with PLCsWork Environment

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
8+ years of professional software engineering experience, with significant experience developing robotics, automation, industrial systems, or machine-control software.
Strong proficiency in C++, C#, Python, or similar programming languages.
Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware, robotics systems, industrial equipment, or automated machinery.
Experience designing and implementing complex software systems deployed in production environments.
Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and systems-thinking skills.

Preferred

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Controls Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with industrial robotics platforms such as ABB, FANUC, KUKA, or Yaskawa.
Experience with motion control, machine vision, path planning, automation systems, or robotic work cells.
Experience with real-time software systems and distributed control architectures.
Experience in advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, defense, or industrial automation environments.
Familiarity with PLCs, industrial communication protocols, and manufacturing execution systems.
Experience developing software for production environments where reliability and uptime are critical.
Work Environment